2006 Fiat Multipla vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 310 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Multipla | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Multipla | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |